2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$32,910 to $43,285

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A holdover from last year's revamping, the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche gets standard side impact airbags for all of its five trims. This full-size SUV converts to a pickup with the removal of the midgate wall and window and wins fans with its roominess, versatile configurability, and seamless ability to cross over from family hauler to workhorse.

Available in either rear-wheel or four-wheel drive, the 2008 Avalanche comes in five trims: LS, LT1, LT2, LT3, and the high-end LTZ. All start with full power features, a CD player, ABS brakes and standard stability control. A 5.3-liter, 320-hp V8 is paired with a 4-speed automatic. It gets around 14/20 mpg city/highway and can tow up to 8,200 pounds. For those needing more power, a 6.0-liter, 366-hp V8 is optional. The engine features cylinder deactivation to improve fuel economy. As you move up the trim lines, you'll find more bells and whistles in the form of leather seats, larger 20-inch wheels (17-inch are standard in the base LS), and heated seats.

The unique feature in the 2008 Avalanche is the midgate wall. The door and window can be removed in one piece, to expand the 5.2-foot cargo bed (45-cubic-foot capacity) to a Ford F-150-like 8-foot cargo bed. Doing so requires the rear seats to be folded down, reducing passenger capacity from six to three. It also removes any barrier between front passengers and the outdoors. If you just need a pass-through for longer objects, the door can be removed as a separate piece, with the window left intact.

The 2008 Avalanche impresses drivers with its car-like handling, overall appearance, and versatility, but elicits bad reviews for blind spots, fuel economy, low 9-inch ground clearance, and maneuverability. Some say the midgate is cumbersome to remove.

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Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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User reviews for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

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by Anzabia R
Jun 10, 2024
I think this truck value is good for this truck.Jun 10, 2024
by shawn w
Oct 13, 2023
Love Avalanche one of the better trucks it is a very good truckOct 13, 2023
by Morgan G
Feb 18, 2023
Navigation is outdated. Some features like park assist do not work. Overall the truck is great Feb 18, 2023

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Pricing

Original MSRP
$32,910 to $43,285
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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: auto delay off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars

Seatbelts

Front center seatbelt: lap belt · Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Axle Ratio: 4.10 · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: all season

Wheels

Wheel locks: spare only

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: simulated wood · Door trim: simulated wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: second row · Cupholders: front · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: body-color · Running boards: power folding

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars · Sunroof: power glass

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-appointed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Axle Ratio: 4.10 · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front

Wheels

Wheel locks: spare only · Width: 8

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic hi-lo gear selection

Engine

Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: body-color

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars

Seatbelts

Front center seatbelt: lap belt · Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Axle Ratio: 4.10 · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: all season

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front

Wheels

Wheel locks: spare only

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: simulated wood · Door trim: simulated wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic hi-lo gear selection

Engine

Battery: heavy duty

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: body-color · Running boards: power folding

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: auto delay off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars · Sunroof: one-touch

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Axle Ratio: 4.10 · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front

Wheels

Wheel locks: spare only · Width: 8

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: simulated wood · Door trim: simulated wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Engine

Battery: 600 CCA

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Mirror color: chrome · Paint: special factory paint · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: body-color · Running boards: chrome

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: power glass

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Axle Ratio: 4.10 · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: polished aluminum

Wheels

Wheel locks: spare only

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.5 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Dash trim: simulated wood · Door trim: simulated wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic hi-lo gear selection

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Mirror color: chrome · Paint: special factory paint · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: body-color · Running boards: chrome

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: power glass

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 17.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Axle Ratio: 4.10 · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: polished aluminum

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front

Wheels

Wheel locks: spare only

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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